Cifitus 200 mg Tablet

Uses of Cifitus Tablet

Cifitus 200 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin & soft-tissue, ear, blood, genital and lungs (pneumonia).

Cifitus Tablet side effects

Common

Vomiting

Nausea

Stomach pain

Indigestion

Diarrhea

How to use Cifitus Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cifitus 200 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Cifitus Tablet works

Cifitus 200 mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Cifitus Tablet related warnings

Alcohol

CAUTION

Pregnancy

PROBABLY SAFE

Cifitus 200 mg Tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

SAFE

Cifitus 200 mg Tablet is safe to use during lactation.
Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.Avoid prolonged use of Cifitus 200 mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

SAFE

Cifitus 200 mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Cifitus 200 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cifitus 200 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Cifitus 200 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cifitus 200 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you miss a dose of Cifitus Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Cifitus 200 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Alternate Brands

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Dr. Gopal Samdani

Child Specialist

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FAQs

Q. How long should I take Cifitus?

You should take Cifitus as long as advised by your doctor. It is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. Take it for the full duration of your treatment.

Q. Can I stop taking Cifitus when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Cifitus before completing the full course of treatment. Your may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. So, it is important to take this medicine for the duration advised by the doctor.

Q. Is Cifitus a strong antibiotic?

Yes, Cifitus is a strong antibiotic i.e broad-spectrum antibiotic, which is used to treat variety of bacterial infection like Urinary tract infection, Otitis Media, Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis, Bronchitis and Gonorrhea

Q. Can the use of Cifitus cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Cifitus can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. Can I stop taking Cifitus when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Cifitus and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. Is Cifitus used in typhoid?

Indian Association of Pediatrics (IAP) recommends the use of Cifitus in children for uncomplicated typhoid fever.

Q. How long does Cifitus takes to work?

Usually, Cifitus starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Cifitus?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.